Shrubs

Cherry laurels are shrubs or small trees with evergreen leaves that can grow up to 40 feet high and 25 feet wide, although most of them are smaller than that. They are most often grown in the warm...

Four types of hydrangeas exist in cultivation. Hydrangea macrophylla (mopheads) are known for their large pink, blue or purple blooms. Hydrangea quercifolia, (oakleaf hydrangea) feature large,...

Privet hedge is a beautiful ornamental shrub. It can be trained as a living fence, topiary, tree or left to its own devices it will grow into a huge shrub. Though naturally a fast grower, this...

Shrubs often are considered the finishing touch in a garden. Shrubs not only add color and beauty, but they also can be functional. Planted in groups, shrubs can create privacy. Shrubs placed in...

Dwarf Buford holly (Ilex cornuta 'Burfordii nana) is a glossy, dark green evergreen shrub, perfect for adding dramatic interest to the home landscape. Extremely adaptable to many soil and climate...

Adding a new shrub to your yard can be a rewarding experience. Shrubs may be short, but with their width they certainly add a lot of green to your yard. Shrubs are perennial plants, usually with...

Photinia shrubs are an attractive evergreen with showy flowers and bright-red fruit. This multi-trunked small tree is often trimmed into a hedge and trained as a shrub. Photinia is used in...

One of gardening's pleasures can be the discovery of new, dramatic additions to your collection of plantings, and a snowball bush may just fit that bill. Snowball bushes are large, colorful and...

A peony shrub is a deciduous shrub, called a tree peony. Tree peonies grow slowly, but live for years and will lose their leaves in the fall. They grow between 3 to 5 feet tall, and have larger...

Firesticks (Euphorbia tirucalli) is a frost-tender succulent plant that can become a large shrub in subtropical landscapes or a small container plant for the summer patio or sunroom. Given bright...

Once established, blue rug juniper will tolerate a wide range of conditions, including subzero temperatures, drought, heat and salt air.

Choosing the correct location and properly planting the Japanese plum yew is critical to the establishment of this carefree plant. Once established, it is drought and shade tolerant.

Evergreen plants have foliage that remains green during the entire year. They can brighten up the home or garden all year long and are a traditional winter holiday staple. Occasionally they can...

Escallonia is an evergreen shrub when planted in mild zones, but a semi-evergreen elsewhere. Depending upon the varieties, it grows 6 to 10 feet tall. Its arching shoots of small, dark glossy...

While photinias are native to New Zealand, this evergreen shrub is popular in the South. Varieties grow from 6 to 15 feet high and 5 to 15 feet across. In mid to late spring, it produces fluffy...

Hydrangeas are large shrubs that have been popular garden additions for many years. Plant hydrangeas in partial shade or full sun to enjoy a beautiful show of large blooms in the middle of summer....

Shrubs are generally among the easiest plants to care for, as they last longer than flowering plants but are more manageable in size than trees. If you choose a shrub that is right for your...

Shrubbery defines property lines and is an organic way to separate your landscaping. It can be planted along fences and walls to add visual interest. There are evergreen, flowering and deciduous...

Gardenia are shrubs that provide white blossoms and a pleasing scent throughout the summer months. Gardenia bushes will thrive in humidity and full sun and will grow robustly in most soils as long...

There are about 70 species of mahonia in North America, and they are all members of the barberry family. One of the most commonly cultivated specimens is the Mahonia bealei or leather leaf...

Highbush cranberry, known botanically as Viburnum trilobum, is a flowering, berry-bearing shrub native to North America. Growing to a maximum of 15 feet in height, it flowers with white blooms...

If you have a shrub you like that's in a place you don't like, move it. Common gardening supplies, elbow grease and a little patience are all you need to transplant shrubbery and change the...

X Cupressocyparis Leylandii is a cypress shrub commonly known as Leyland Cypress. With its tall upright habit, Leylandii is most commonly planted for windbreaks, screening and hedging. Leylandii...

Griselinia is a tender evergreen shrub native to New Zealand that grows in areas with mild winters. It withstands salt spray well and is a good choice for coastal areas. It will tolerate cramped...

If you want privacy but prefer the softer look of greenery rather than a fence, plant a privet hedge. There are varieties that grow well in all climates. They will grow even in partial shade. The...

Weigelia shrubs are among the most popular and most beautiful ground cover for gardens and borders. They are very easy to plant and grow, adapting well to most soils. It is important, however, to...

A living fence of pyramid arborvitae can provide privacy and a wind break. It can also block an unsightly view. Pyramid arborvitae planted at the shortest recommended spacing will grow to form a...

Enhance your landscape with a red twig dogwood and you will have four seasons of interest. The red twig dogwood features spring flowers, fruit in summer, red fall color, and red branches...

While there's nothing special about a lilac (Syringa spp.) out of bloom, when it's "show time" these trees or shrubs are hard to out-perform. Lilacs reward the gardener's patience with enormous,...

When one thinks of the month of May, they think of old fashion lilacs. This particular lilac has large fragrant flowers and is available in the shades of lilac, purple, and red. Plant the...

If you have a section of your yard that is barren or gets too much sun exposure, you may want to consider planting a tree for shade or aesthetic appeal. For the best result, choose a...

If a bush has overgrown the area where it is planted, or is blocking a view, it may be time to transplant it to another location. Transplanting a bush does take some time and energy depending on...

The beautybush (Kolkwitzia amabilis) is a deciduous shrub in the honeysuckle family (Caprifoliaceae) that is highly prized for its profuse, showy pink blooms in late spring. These blossoms can...

The amur maple (Acer ginnala) is is easy transplanted, virtually pest free and makes an ideal hedge or screen. It even can be grown in permanent planters. Its lovely fall colors of yellow and red...

The beautiful oakleaf hydrangea (Hydrangea quercifolia) is a 4-season shrub that deserves a place in any garden. Oakleaves are irregular spreading deciduous shrubs with dramatic large white...

The common privet (Ligustrum vulgare) is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub that usually is grown as a hedge. It tolerates shearing well and grows to a height and width of 12 to 15 feet. Its dark...

Barberry bushes can be an integral plant to enhance the landscaping around your home. Depending on the variety of barberry it can be chosen for its beautiful fall colored foliage, bright berries,...

Lilacs are one of the most wonderful flowers to add to your flower garden, even if you live in a high altitude neighborhood and within USDA Hardiness Map zones 3, 4, 5 and milder areas of zone 2.

In late summer, most gardens begin to wane. But, that is exactly when the bluebeard shrub (Caryopteris x clandonensis) explodes with lightly fragrant, dainty blue flowers against silvery-green...

Once you have experienced the fragrant summersweet (Clethra alnifolia), you will understand how this lovely, adaptable shrub got its name. Summersweet rules the summer garden blooming from July...

Hibiscus are one of the most dramatic shrubs you can grow in a temperate garden climate. There are many different varieties of hibiscus including perennial, annual, evergreen and deciduous...